INTRODUCE YOURSELF

On this page I believe it would be helpful to briefly tell others about our deceased children, using the "post comments" link.  Doing this will make our sharing more personalized. And that way we can "know" a bit more about those who share comments on this site! I will show what I mean:

" I'm Donna from AZ and I have two children that have transitioned. They are Michael, who died at age 2 and 1/2 years old, and Lisa, who died at age 9 1/2 months old from injuries sustained from an auto accident."


 

17 comments:

dale said...

My name is Dale from Florida and my child, Brandon, who was my youngest of three, my only son, died by suicide at age 29, three years ago, March 6, 2009. I am forever sad until we can be joined again in Heaven.

He will always be my "Maximus" and I miss him greatly. This grief is a leech that has sucked my happiness away until.....

Linda said...

Hi moms, My name is Linda and my adult son, Edward died almost three years ago. His angel date as I call it is September 4,2009. He was my only child and as an adult he and I were best friends. He died suddenly of a heart attack. The first symptom of his heart anamoly was death. But I do have faith that he is alive in Jesus. My life is changed forever, yet God and my son still give me gifts...special sign that because He (Jesus) lives, Eddie lives also. My prayer for all my dear sisters missing their children is that you are comforted and feel your children close by.

DONNA--(Admin) said...

Welcome Dale! Bereaved Moms as yourself, who are feeling overcome by sadness, are my intended audience... I will do my best to try to give a cup of cold water to the tired and weary among us bereaved Moms. Our children who died in Christ have,essentially,"won the lottery..." generosity and abundance is never ending for Brandon...and awaits us Believing Moms, also!

DONNA--(Admin) said...

Welcome Linda! With your dear son Edward's angel date coming up, please remember to get lots of rest (or as much as you can anyway!) and good nutrition...we need to stay as fit as we can to fight the battle of grief, especially during early years. It CAN make a difference! :-) And I will have a candle lit for Edward on September 4!

Linda said...

Hi Donna, thank you for lighting a candle for Ed on his angel date. I love that you called him Edward. I am the only one that ever did and lately I've been calling him Edward a lot when I talk about him. Love & peace, Linda

DONNA--(Admin) said...

Edward is a beautiful name. Early on, I didn't feel the freedom I have now, when I thought of my deceased children's names. For some reason, I was almost rigid on calling them only Michael and only Lisa. I call them now all sorts of endearments and nicknames...some old, and some new... With more freedom from overwhelming sorrow came the ability I think, to have some freedom and "fun" with their names, too!

Debbie said...

Hi Donna ~

Our gifted, beautiful daughter, Corrie,left this earth on July 27, 2009 at the age of 21 when she was struck by a drunk driver. If time is truly measured by the good accomplished and the number of lives blessed, then she lived longer than many 90 year olds. Her greatest joy was to reach out to help those in distress and to make her corner of the world as positive and wonderful as she could.

In honor of her memory, I deeply appreciate your uplifting and helpful observations and comments, always with the promise and reassurance of eternal life and a reunion with our precious children.

Thank you!

Debbie

DONNA (ADMIN) said...

Welcome Debbie and thank you! Beautiful Corrie's tragic death due to a drunk driver, such a bitter pill to swallow (as all our children's early transitioning) ...You are living proof that bitterness can be overcome to the Glory of God. You are bringing greater awareness to the issue of drunk driving and its consequences--Corrie's transitioning has brought increased awareness and appreciation of life to all who know and love her. "Corrie Gifts" are still being given...along with her unique abilities-- now used on a higher plane-- while awaiting being reunited with all who yearn for her. I feel the greatest gift we have and can share as bereaved Christian Moms, is the truth that our children ARE STILL ALIVE--and thriving nonetheless! (through the gift of God) :-)

Anonymous said...

Mt name is dusty, My 42 year old daughter, was brutally beat cut with knifes rapped by 2 men and left for dead for 20 hours. and allover stealing her rent money..** I was the first one they asked to turn off her life support, no time to really say goodbye, when died? i was with her, saw her draw her last breath, then I need her when she died, on th forehead, and stroked her hair, said I Love you Neva, still in a state of horror, I miss her so bad, ya know, The police won,t even investigate, I ray to jesus everyday.. I miss her so much, I cry to tell her how much love and miss her, Ihave two other adult kids, only some days i just want to be up in heaven now, to be with her, it hurts so bad,
sorry bout my writing Im 63 and have arthritis, and raynaulds dieses,

DONNA--(Admin) said...

Welcome Dusty, and I am so saddened by how your dear daughter Neva left this life. Know that only the beauty of being in Paradise with Jesus is what she is experiencing now. Reunion awaits us believers, and until then, asking Jesus for His help and strength to carry on, is vitally important. Take only one day at a time, as that is "enough" to handle. You and God can do it! Always remind yourself, that Neva STILL LIVES and that Reunion is coming...

Dusty Blue*** said...

god bless you... I've read many of your journal entries.. Luv ya... Ive had much emotional pain in my life.. only? i never such excruciating pain... existed... This has out done-any... I feel bad for wanting to be with her .. in heaven every day.. when I Still Have two other adult kids that. would miss me bad.. Only? If that happened to any of them? I know.. I would go through this.. for them.. Now I know.. was worst fear was to lose one of children. ever since they were born. worried about crib death.. ends less cheekiness.. on adn on<y worst Horror o f m,y life came true.. and I wantot bwe iwth her so bad.. The painis still raw.. to raw.. and the sadness. knowing Ihave two other kids... ONly? Ihusrt I hust I hust.. tha,s all** Ilove your writtings in the posts you made. Ilove how you takemy breath away at times.. wiht oyur faiht and oyur life.. sionce the acc ident.. I wish I oculd be like you... wiht all my.....HEART**. In my now..torn & rippped apart... faith** Im scared.. tolive adnImscared to die... I want to live andI want to die..
Iluv ya so very much.,...

Dusty

Donna (ADMIN) said...

Hi Dusty,
I am saddened, yet not surprised at how much pain you are going through. It doesn't get any worse I believe, than losing a child. But what keeps me going is the firm belief that we HAVEN'T lost our child...our child has been FOUND by God, in Whose Hand we must place our own weak, frail hand.
It is normal to focus on the severe loss of your dear daughter. When one can't stand it another second-- I found that after the worst of the depth of near despair--afterward there was no where else to go but UP off the floor. Stay close to Jesus--He alone can save us...all others may try, but, being human we all fall short. Your daughter is still alive...she has only transitioned before you do...and you will see your daughter again and that is number one important to never forget!!! Love never dies!

Marys Daughter said...

I am Jill. I lost my only child and so very much loved daughter, April Katharine, due to serious mental illness (suicide) on March 2, 2011. The only reason I am still here is because of Jesus. I will not allow myself to be separated from Him for eternity by taking my life, but my life is basically a living hell, day and night. I look forward to my last breath: horrible to even think about this. I think it may displease Him but I know He understands.

DONNA (ADMIN) said...

Hi Jill,

You are traveling along a very difficult pathway...Bereaved Moms can find the hardest thing to do is just facing another day...Yet as you say, Jesus understands. He can strengthen us when we are feeling weak from the pain of loss. Jesus saves, for which I am a fellow indebted traveler...You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Unknown said...

Donna, I needed to hear your words today. Thank you for your inspiring thoughts. Your deep faith has deepened my faith. I never was angry with God when Ed passed. I know none of us will live forever. In fact, I turned to God, beseeching Him to heal my broken heart and God is so good, so unbelievably kind that indeed He has mended my heart and brought forth my healing. Many thanks to God for sending His son to save me, to be Ed's salvation and for his promise of reunion. And for bringing us together. Loving you and your precious children, Linda ♡

Two Quail said...

I look forward to your book being available. My son, Ben, went to sleep one night 4 years ago and went to heaven. The months before his death were so perfectly set by Jesus that when I read your note about your son's words in the car I was stunned. Your son's words spoke life to my grieving soul reminding me that God's timing is perfect, His plans for us are good. Ben was a champion of life, he loved Jesus, his family and friends--our lives were made rich by him. His death was sudden unexpected death in epilepsy, we did not know that could happen. Our lives have been changed forever. Ben was 21, My husband and I have a daughter who is 23. Keep us in your prayers!

DONNA--(Admin) said...

Two Quail, I normally respond sooner than this; for some reason, "notification" was not given of a new comment. Sorry about that!

I appreciate your feedback and I will keep you, your husband and son in my prayers for continued strengthening. Your dear son Ben has entered into light and joy and . . . unparalleled health. Such joy Jesus must have had, welcoming Ben Home!
(My book is available "now" on Amazon: "Bereaved Mom and Widow at 28." by Tammi Sister in Christ. (Me!) Keep the Faith, my fellow sister in Christ. Peace, Donna

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